Paint Meters

Got Wax

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So, our Posi Test took a crap on us yesterday. And, I'm not terribly interested in paying $700.00 for a new meter if I can avoid it. I found a "Highline" brand meter for about $200.00. Anyone have experience with this product or have a suggestion, based on experience?



Thanks,





Andy
 
Andy, Have you inquired about the repair cost on the Posi test?



I just have the posi test and the ADV 200. So no other experience.
 
Bryan,



No, just failed yesterday so, haven't had a chance to have it checked/repaired. But, it was dropped then went kaput. So, I'm guessing it may require some diagnostics, parts, etc. I'm also guessing it may take some time and I don't want to be without. ut, honestly, I really hadn't given repair any thought. Maybe I'll do some research and see if that's possible, within a reasonable time frame.



Thanks!
 
I have the Highline and it works great for what I need. .1 mil accuracy, fe and no fe readings, Mils and Microns.



GREG
 
Yea I just saw the new one as well... I'm going to place an order today but can't help but wonder if I should just get the old one, in case there are some 'issues' with the new model?



Then again it's completely covered for at least a year so...



Thoughts?



(don't mean to jack the thread, just posting related questions)
 
The only diff between the two is size, in my research.



Accumulator, I remember in past threads the Phase II was an option several of us looked at. I'm sorry that one is so Unfriendly.......sell it off on ebay or maybe someone here wouldn't mind it?



I really want to save for one that measures EACH layer of the paints and does fiberglass (boats and corvettes).



Cheers,

GREG
 
Greg Nichols- Yeah...I oughta do *something*. I still feel guilty about the way I left you hanging after I got it...it's just that I never did get it (well, maybe I should say "my technique" :o ) sorted out to where I could really evaluate the thing in a meaningful way. Compared to others it's simply a PIA. I just used my painter's "ETG" brand ETG (yeah, that's the brand name) on the MPV and *man* was that thing idiot-proof!
 
Got Wax said:
BEfore I pull the trigger on a HIghline, I want to research and make certain it reads steel AND aluminum



According to the HighLineMeter.com website, both the 1st generation HighLine and the HighLine II measures on steel AND aluminum.



The 1st generation HighLine has been discussed ad nauseam here at Autopia http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-de...on/79517-paint-meter-thickness-gauges-11.html



There is probably no questions unanswered after an 11-page thread, don't you think? :cool:



Got Wax, you've come to the right place for information, my friend. There is a wealth of knowledge among the senior members here. We hope you've been able to conclude your research through Autopia. :)
 
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